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  • How to Get Rid of Metal Shavings in Oil

    If you find metal shavings in your oil, it’s important to get rid of them as soon as possible. Metal shavings can come from many different sources, but they all have the potential to damage your engine. The best way to remove metal shavings from your oil is to use a magnet. You can either…

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  • How to Check Motorcycle Engine Oil

    First, find the dipstick and unscrew it. Wipe it off with a clean cloth and put it back in. Then, screw it in until you feel resistance and pull it out again. The oil level should be between the minimum and maximum lines on the stick. If it’s below the minimum line, add oil until…

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  • How to Fix Leaking Oil Drain Plug

    If your oil drain plug is leaking, you’ll need to fix it as soon as possible. The most likely cause of a leaking oil drain plug is a damaged or stripped threads. To fix this, you’ll need to remove the old drain plug and install a new one. Be sure to use the correct size…

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  • How to Check Oil in Harley Davidson

    To check the oil in your Harley Davidson, you will need to locate the dipstick on the side of the engine. Once you have found the dipstick, remove it and wipe it clean with a rag. Then, reinsert the dipstick into the engine and pull it out again to check the oil level. The oil…

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  • How to Stop Oil Drain Plug Leak

    If your car’s oil drain plug is leaking, don’t panic. There are a few things you can do to stop the leak. First, try tightening the plug with a wrench. If that doesn’t work, you may need to replace the gasket. You can do this yourself or take it to a mechanic. To replace the…

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  • How to Check Sportster Oil Level

    The best way to check your Sportster’s oil level is to do it when the bike is cold. This means that you should check it first thing in the morning, or after the bike has been sitting for a few hours. To check the oil level, remove the dipstick from the oil tank and wipe…

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  • How to Reset Service Oil Life on Honda Civic

    If you need to reset the service oil life on your Honda Civic, there are a few different ways that you can do this. One way is to use the Honda Maintenance Minder system. This system will automatically keep track of when your vehicle needs an oil change and will display a message on the…

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  • How to Install an Oil Temperature Gauge

    Before you begin installation, it is important to find a spot where the sensor can be properly mounted. The ideal location is on the oil filter housing or somewhere on the engine block where there is an existing hole. Once you have found a good spot, use a drill bit to make a hole slightly…

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  • How to Clean Oil off the Engine

    Assuming you would like tips on cleaning oil off an engine: 1. Before beginning, make sure the engine is cool to the touch. Engine cleaners can be harsh, so you don’t want to put any additional stress on a hot engine by using one. 2. Next, locate the source of the oil leak and clean…

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  • How to Remove Harley Oil Filter Without Wrench

    To remove your Harley oil filter without a wrench, you’ll need to first locate the oil filter. It’s usually located on the side of the engine, near the bottom. Once you’ve found it, unscrew the cap that covers the filter. Then, use a pair of pliers to grip the base of the filter and twist…

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